Browse Options
- Updated2025-07-30
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Set or get the file dialog box options. The options include prompt, mode, start path, and button text.
This property is similar to the options on the Browse Options page of the Path Properties dialog box.
Elements
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Prompt | Sets or gets the prompt string of the browse dialog box. |
| Match Pattern | Sets or gets the match pattern string of the browse dialog box. |
| Select Mode | Sets or gets the selection mode of the browse dialog box. |
| Start Path | Sets or gets the start path of browse dialog box. |
| Pattern Label | Label to display in the file dialog box next to the custom pattern. |
| Button Text | Specifies the label to display in the file dialog box for the accept or OK button. If you do not specify a label, the button text defaults to OK. |
Remarks
The following table lists the characteristics of this property.
| Short Name | BrowseOptions |
| Data type |  |
| Permissions | Read/Write |
| Available in Run-Time Engine | Yes |
| Available in Real-Time Operating System | Yes |
| Settable when the VI is running | Yes |
| Loads the front panel into memory | No |
| Need to authenticate before use | No |
| Loads the block diagram into memory | No |
| Remote access allowed | Yes |